Peace Corps Dir. Coverdell, Kennedy, Boxer

Paul D. Coverdell Director

United States Peace Corps

1990 K Streel, N.W, Washington, D.C. 20526

Office of the Director

November 14, 1989

Dear Dwayne:

Thank you for your recent, letter. I enjoyed speaking with you at the Norcal Returned Peace Corps volunteers meeting in San Francisco regarding the American-Soviet Peace Corps proposal. It is always good to hear feedback and suggestions from RPCVs. You will be pleased to know that meetings with Congresswoman Boxer and Congressman Kennedy have already been scheduled to further discuss this proposal.

Your interest in our Urban Initiative is also most appreciated. I, too, feel Peace Corps should actively return to the cities, where Volunteers can have a significant impact on the development of these urban areas.

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